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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City
Showing times and prices for 11 Nov
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
72 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Oxford for Welwyn Garden City every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:002h26
Oxford12:26Welwyn Garden City
£591One-way
0 changes
04:352h51
Oxford07:26Welwyn Garden City
£651One-way
0 changes
02:553h31
Oxford06:26Welwyn Garden City
£671One-way
0 changes
10:002h26
Oxford12:26Welwyn Garden City
£591One-way
0 changes
04:352h51
Oxford07:26Welwyn Garden City
£651One-way
0 changes
02:553h31
Oxford06:26Welwyn Garden City
£671One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Oxford to Welwyn Garden City train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Welwyn Garden City trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 05:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:55 Oxford | 3h31 | 06:26 Welwyn Garden City | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:35 Oxford | 2h51 | 07:26 Welwyn Garden City | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 2h 26m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Oxford and Welwyn Garden City from £65. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
£59
Great Western Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Oxford to Welwyn Garden City train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Welwyn Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To explore Welwyn Garden City, a two-day visit allows you to enjoy its key attractions, local parks, and shopping areas comfortably.
To get from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City is 72 km.
The train journey from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City covers a distance of 72 km and takes approximately 2h 26m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £65, while the average price tends to be around £66.
The first train from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City leaves at 0:20.
The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City is by train, costing approximately £65.
The last train from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City departs at 23:15.
The train station in Oxford that goes to Welwyn Garden City is Oxford station (OXF), and it arrives at Welwyn Garden City station (WGC).
Trains from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City.
Yes, you can take the train from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City.
There is no night train service from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Welwyn Garden City
Oxford
Welwyn Garden City
The major train station for departures in Oxford is Oxford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford for your trip from Oxford to Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oxford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
5 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Oxford Parkway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
The major train station for arrivals in Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your journey to Welwyn Garden City from Oxford.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
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